Colihenz Information

Colihenz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Stroke. The alternative uses of Colihenz have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Colihenz. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Colihenz also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Blurred vision, Increased blood pressure. Some other side effects of Colihenz have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Colihenz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Colihenz is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Colihenz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Colihenz are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Colihenz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Colihenz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Colihenz Benefits & Uses
Colihenz Dosage & How to Take
Colihenz Side Effects
Colihenz Related Warnings
Colihenz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Colihenz
Colihenz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Colihenz Benefits & Uses

Colihenz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Stroke

Other Benefits

Dementia
Head Injury
Poor memory (Read More - Home Remedies to Improve Memory)
Parkinson's Disease

Colihenz Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Stroke Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Stroke Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Colihenz Related Warnings

Is the use of Colihenz safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Colihenz in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Colihenz safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Colihenz for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Colihenz on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Colihenz on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Colihenz on the Liver?

Side effects of Colihenz on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Colihenz on the Heart?

Side effects of Colihenz on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Colihenz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colihenz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Colihenz

Is this Colihenz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Colihenz has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Colihenz. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Colihenz only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Colihenz can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Colihenz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Colihenz

You can take Colihenz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Colihenz

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Colihenz with alcohol will be.

Unknown